In short
ASD / VSD Closure Surgery in India typically costs $4,000 – $9,000, about 91% less than in the USA. Expect around 2–7 days (shorter for device closure) in hospital and about 1–3 weeks away from home. Fidinda shares your reports with suitable hospitals and compares their plans and quotations before you decide.
Who it is for
- Holes that are enlarging the heart or raising lung pressure
- Breathlessness, poor growth or frequent chest infections in children
- Adults found to have a significant hole
Only a specialist who has reviewed your reports can say whether this treatment is right for you.
What happens
- 1Echocardiogram to measure the hole and decide between a device and surgery
- 2Device closure through the groin, or surgical patch repair
- 3Monitoring and an echocardiogram before discharge
Recovery & travelling home
Recovery after device closure is quick. Strenuous activity is usually avoided for a few weeks. Open surgery needs a longer recovery.
Risks to discuss with your doctor
- The device moving out of place
- Rhythm problems
- Bleeding or infection
Every treatment carries some risk. The hospital team explains your individual risks before you consent.
Cost of ASD / VSD Closure Surgery: India compared
| Country | Typical range (USD) | Compared with India |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4,000 – $9,000 | – |
| USA | $40,000 – $100,000 | about 10.8× more |
| UK | $18,000 – $40,000 | about 4.5× more |
| UAE | $14,000 – $30,000 | about 3.4× more |
What changes the price
- The exact procedure and technique
- Number and type of stents, valves or devices
- Days in the ICU
- Other health conditions such as diabetes or kidney disease
- Hospital and room category
Reading a hospital package
Usually included:
- Surgeon and anaesthetist fees
- Hospital stay in the agreed room category
- Routine medicines and consumables during admission
- Standard tests during admission
Usually not included:
- Flights, visas and hotel stay outside the hospital
- Extra ICU or hospital days, or treatment of complications
- Tests needed before admission if not listed
- Medicines and follow-up after discharge
Indicative package prices in US dollars for treatment in India, compared with typical prices in the USA, UK and UAE. Figures are general estimates compiled from published medical-travel price guides (October 2026). Your actual cost depends on your condition, the hospital and the doctor, and is confirmed in a written hospital quotation.
How Fidinda helps
- 1Share your reports
Send scans, test results and previous treatment notes. We organise them for the hospitals.
- 2Hospital opinions & quotes
Suitable hospitals review your case and send a treatment plan with an estimated cost.
- 3Compare and decide
We put the options side by side so your family can choose with confidence.
- 4Visa, travel & stay
We help with the hospital invitation letter, visas, flights, airport pickup and accommodation.
- 5Treatment & return
A coordinator stays in touch during treatment and helps with discharge papers and follow-up at home.
Frequently asked questions
How much does ASD / VSD Closure Surgery cost?
Indicative packages in India usually range from $4,000 – $9,000. The final cost depends on your condition, the hospital and the room category, and is confirmed in a written hospital quotation after doctors review your reports.
How long will I need to stay abroad?
The hospital stay is typically 2–7 days (shorter for device closure), and most patients are away for about 1–3 weeks. The doctor confirms when it is safe to travel home.
Can a family member travel with me?
Yes. Most patients travel with a family attendant. We help with the attendant's visa and accommodation near the hospital.
Is the price on this page final?
No. These are general estimates for planning. We ask hospitals for a written quotation based on your own reports, showing what is included and what is not.
What do I need to send first?
Your latest reports, scans (CD or images), doctor's notes and a list of current medicines. Send what you have; we will tell you if anything else is needed.